Bhoutan - Dalhousie, Chamba
Bhoutan is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Mail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhoutan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhoutan is 007381. The village covers a total geographical area of 313.77 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Bakloh(cb) is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bhoutan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhoutan
According to the 2011 Census, Bhoutan village had a total population of 64 people, including 34 males and 30 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.08%, with male literacy at 47.83% and female literacy at 56.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 23 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Bhoutan
Bhoutan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhoutan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bhoutan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bakloh(cb) to Bhoutan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Bhoutan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhoutan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhoutan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhoutan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhoutan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhoutan
Where is Bhoutan located?
Bhoutan village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhoutan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhoutan is Mail.
What is the pincode of Bhoutan?
The pincode of Bhoutan is 176303.
What is the population of Bhoutan?
Bhoutan had a total population of 64, including 34 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Bhoutan?
Bhoutan had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhoutan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhoutan was 52.08%. Male literacy was 47.83% and female literacy was 56.00%.